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If I travel by air from Lucknow to Pune Corona test is required

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PUNE: People reaching Maharashtra in flights connecting Delhi, Rajasthan, Goa and Gujarat will not have to carry with them the RT-PCR negative reports or undergo the test at the airports on arrival. A representative of the city-based diagnostic centre conducting the tests on the arriving flyers at the airport told TOI that the decision was conveyed to them following a meeting between officials of the airport and various airline. People boarding direct flights from these four states to Maharashtra will, however, have to undergo the test. In response to a WhatsApp message sent to Pune airport director Kuldeep Singh on whether the state government had kept passengers reaching the city connecting the four states out of the RT-PCR test purview, he said, “Yes.” The Centre on Wednesday requested the Maharashtra government not to introduce Covid tests for travellers from Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa at airports and railway stations in the state before December 1. T...

10 Best Places in Bihar

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Bihar has many tags attached to it. The state owns the pride of establishing one among the first democracies in the world called Lichhavi. The earliest university in the world was established in Bihar. The name Bihar is a derivative from Vihara, which means ‘monastery’. True to its name and its rich cultural heritage, the state houses various monasteries and it is famous for monuments belonging to various religions. The major empires of India rose to great heights here and they succumbed here as well. River Ganga enriches the plains of the landlocked state and contributes to the fertility of lands along with rivers Kosi and Gandak. A wonderful place with a rich history offers many tourist attractions out of which, the top 10 places to visit in Bihar are mentioned below. 1. Nalanda University Nalanda University  was established during the  5th century A.D.  The university is considered the first residential university ever in the world. The universi...

5 Attractive Places In Assam

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If you are looking for variety while choosing your holiday destination, Assam could be the perfect spot. Be it the natural scenery or culture of the people of Assam, you are sure to be awed by the variety and color Assam has to offer. People belonging to various cultures and races live here. The land has people following various faiths. Assam is home for various crafts as well. Though the picturesque state has so much to offer, ensure that you do not miss the top 5  places to visit in Assam . 1. Guwahati Visitor’s Information: Famous for:  Wildlife, Temples, Culture. Major Attractions:  Kaziranga National Park, Kamakhya Temple. Nearby Place:  Tezpur. Ideal Visit Time:  2 days. About Guwahati Situated on the banks of Brahmaputra river,  Guwahati  is one of the fastest growing cities in India. Being the gateway to many other places in North East, it also an tourist hub. The ancient temples dotting the cityscape, the wi...

Andhra Pradesh Places to Visit

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Situated In the southeastern coast of India, Andhra Pradesh is the 4th largest State of India. The capital of the state was Hyderabad which is also the largest city here. However, due to the announcement of the recently formed Telangana State, Hyderabad will be a part and capital of Telangana from the 2nd of June 2014. The State of Hyderabad will continue to function as the State Capital of Andhra Pradesh for a period not exceeding 10 years till a new capital is determined. The state of Andhra Pradesh is mentioned since 800 BC in the Sanskrit Epics like Aitareya Brahmana and Mahabharata. The native language ‘Telugu’ is often associated with the Early Cholas. Andhra Pradesh also came under the rule of the Maurya Empire, the Ikshvaku Dynasty, Pallava, Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas and Later Cholas.When it comes to geography, Andhra covers most of the eastern part of the Deccan plateau and the eastern plains of the Eastern Ghats. The Eastern Ghats being a mineral rich area is covered with thick...

City of Udaipur

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‘ The City of Lakes ’. Udaipur, a city in Rajasthan is a stunning location and has a rich cultural background and a great history.  The palaces reflect the architectural grandeur prevailed during the period of Rajputs and the scenic landscape is descriptive of how nature could be generous where it chooses to be.  Here are top 3  places  to visit in Udaipur , which you just cannot miss. 1. City Palace Visitor Information Famous for:  History, Architecture, Photography. Tickets:  30 INR for adults and 15 INR for children. Opening Timings:  Open all days ( 9:30am to 5:30pm). Duration:  1-2 hours. About City Palace City Palace  was constructed in the year 1559 by Maharana Udai Mirza Singh. The palace is situated on the banks of Pichola Lake. The palace is a blend of European, Medieval and Chinese styles of architecture. City Palace houses 11 magnificent palaces and they were all constructed during v...

Famous place in Jaipur

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The traveller visiting Jaipur for the first time will instantly notice the juxtaposition of old and new- lanky camels walk the same roads as luxury buses, swanky malls stand side by side with age-old bazaars. The Pink City has all the tourist amenities but is built on a culture and heritage that permeates the very skeleton of the capital of Rajasthan. Whether you’re exploring the City Palace, or taking a ride to Amber Fort, nestled in the Aravalli Hills, Jaipur’s majestic history is tangible, breath-taking, and offers travellers exactly what they’re looking for- a royally good time! In 1876, all the buildings of Old Jaipur were painted the colour of pink sandstone in honour of the visiting Prince of Wales, hence the moniker. The Pink City is now a bustling metropolis but its historical monuments haven’t lost any of their charm. Make sure you don’t miss out on these vibrant places to visit in Jaipur mentioned below. 1. CITY PALACE Bang in the centre o...